Discovering the Best Hawaiian Plate Lunch in Southern California

Hawaii's Best: Travel Tips and Guides for Your Hawaii Vacation

Originally aired in May 2023. In a captivating episode of "Hawaii's Best," you're taken to North Shore Plate Lunch in Norco, California, where hosts Damon Leiataua and Duane Anderson share their journey from a catering business to opening a restaurant that brings Hawaiian cuisine to the mainland. Inspired by a meaningful trip to Hawaii, they decided to create a space where the community could experience authentic Hawaiian plate lunches like garlic shrimp and loco moco, all while planning to expand their unique brand of island hospitality further across Southern California.

The story is a blend of culture, cuisine, and ambition, emphasizing the importance of authenticity in their dishes and the dream of spreading Aloha spirit far from the shores of Hawaii. As you listen, you're reminded of the strong ties to heritage and family that drive their venture, illustrating how food can bridge distances and bring people together, encapsulating the essence of Hawaii's warm embrace, even in the heart of "Horsetown USA."
Get the show notes here: https://hawaiisbesttravel.com/hawaiian-plate-lunch-so-cal/

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